MareDireFare is an ocean festival based in Trieste, Italy, created to bring greater attention to the sea, marine conservation, and the future of ocean resources. Since 2021, it has connected local residents with the scientific institutions that study the sea, encouraging people to learn about marine life and take part in protecting it. The festival communicates through a mix of art, stories, and science, making ocean topics accessible to adults and families.

The 2026 edition runs from April 9 to 20 in Trieste and Miramare, with a special program for Italy’s National Sea Day on April 11. Its central feature is “Beyond Blue: The Colors of the Sea,” an art-and-science exhibition exploring the many colors found from the ocean surface to its depths. The program also includes free events such as meetings, workshops, readings, and conferences addressing the sea through science, art, history, and culture. MareDireFare additionally presents past editions and exhibitions and invites participation through its festival call.